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A great replacement for the comcast RENTAL modem . ---------UPDATE: 10-23-2010----------
After 4 years of solid service, I replaced this particular RCA DOCSIS 2.0 modem with a new DOCSIS 3.0 modem (a motorola surfboard 6120).
The RCA provided almost 365/24/7 service during those 4 years.
I say "almost" 365/24/7, because I turned it off during extended periods of time away from home, like when I went on vacation and turned off all PC's and the modem.
It's still worked, when I donated it to a a local charity.
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Sidenote on the new surfboard 6120: The DOCSIS 3.0 motorola is unbelievable in data transfer rates/speed. I actually MUST turn it off occasionally, otherwise I would exceed the monthly data limit imposed by comcrap. I share several flavors of LINUX in ISO file format, plus some linux based security ISO's like
Backtrack 4 and such. The SB6120 will easily move 10-20 Gig of data every day.
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--END of 10-23-2010 Update to original DCM315R review-------------------
Original review:
No more $3.00 a month rental fee for me.
After going through 4 "comcast rental" modems in less than a year
(3 motorola surfboards + a terayon) I have had it with
comcrap modems.
Sidenote: comcrap HSI cable modem:
It takes about 3-5 days on average to get back online after a modem dies.
[Comcrap wants to send a tech out to troubleshoot the line, but they want to do it from 1PM to 5PM, the same time that I am at work. It does not work out for me. I'm not taking time off work for someone to troubleshoot what I already KNOW is wrong; the modem.
In a best case scenario, I have to take off work early, to even get into town and just drop off the old modem and pickup a new one].
The RCA modem:
I contacted comcrap to give them my new MAC hardware adderss, for the RCA modem.
It took all of about 15 minutes; to have them enter my mac address into their system and to get me up and running.
I like the modem.
PROS:
1. The INTERNET ON/OFF button saves me from having to toggle my software firewall ON and OFF.
2. software setup is super simple. Device is seen by XP home edition and driver is installed without any problems.
3. The "DAN ELWELL Speed test" seems to be just as fast as my old motorola and/or terayon.
4. the PRICE was right. On 7-8-2006 Radioshack B&M had them for
$29 (regularly 79.99) but WAIT. The price rang up as only
$19.99, NOT the $29.99 on the stoer sign.
Totally Excellent deal.
I bought two. One to use and a spare.
5. Setup/install -one of the fastest and easiest devices to install.
CONS:
1. What happened to RCA's online registration and support?
Concerning these cable modems?
I had a hard time finding the online place to register.
2. Perhaps they (RCA) sold off their cable modem division; who knows.
Conclusion:
I like the modem better than either the motorola surfboard or terayon.
I am NOT an online gamer, so I cannot address that issue.
Nor conclude whether the RCA is better or worse for online gaming.
A great replacement for the comcast RENTAL modem . ---------UPDATE: 10-23-2010----------
After 4 years of solid service, I replaced this particular RCA DOCSIS 2.0 modem with a new DOCSIS 3.0 modem (a motorola surfboard 6120).
The RCA provided almost 365/24/7 service during those 4 years.
I say "almost" 365/24/7, because I turned it off during extended periods of time away from home, like when I went on vacation and turned off all PC's and the modem.
It's still worked, when I donated it to a a local charity.
==================================================
Sidenote on the new surfboard 6120: The DOCSIS 3.0 motorola is unbelievable in data transfer rates/speed. I actually MUST turn it off occasionally, otherwise I would exceed the monthly data limit imposed by comcrap. I share several flavors of LINUX in ISO file format, plus some linux based security ISO's like
Backtrack 4 and such. The SB6120 will easily move 10-20 Gig of data every day.
=================================================
--END of 10-23-2010 Update to original DCM315R review-------------------
Original review:
No more $3.00 a month rental fee for me.
After going through 4 "comcast rental" modems in less than a year
(3 motorola surfboards + a terayon) I have had it with
comcrap modems.
Sidenote: comcrap HSI cable modem:
It takes about 3-5 days on average to get back online after a modem dies.
[Comcrap wants to send a tech out to troubleshoot the line, but they want to do it from 1PM to 5PM, the same time that I am at work. It does not work out for me. I'm not taking time off work for someone to troubleshoot what I already KNOW is wrong; the modem.
In a best case scenario, I have to take off work early, to even get into town and just drop off the old modem and pickup a new one].
The RCA modem:
I contacted comcrap to give them my new MAC hardware adderss, for the RCA modem.
It took all of about 15 minutes; to have them enter my mac address into their system and to get me up and running.
I like the modem.
PROS:
1. The INTERNET ON/OFF button saves me from having to toggle my software firewall ON and OFF.
2. software setup is super simple. Device is seen by XP home edition and driver is installed without any problems.
3. The "DAN ELWELL Speed test" seems to be just as fast as my old motorola and/or terayon.
4. the PRICE was right. On 7-8-2006 Radioshack B&M had them for
$29 (regularly 79.99) but WAIT. The price rang up as only
$19.99, NOT the $29.99 on the stoer sign.
Totally Excellent deal.
I bought two. One to use and a spare.
5. Setup/install -one of the fastest and easiest devices to install.
CONS:
1. What happened to RCA's online registration and support?
Concerning these cable modems?
I had a hard time finding the online place to register.
2. Perhaps they (RCA) sold off their cable modem division; who knows.
Conclusion:
I like the modem better than either the motorola surfboard or terayon.
I am NOT an online gamer, so I cannot address that issue.
Nor conclude whether the RCA is better or worse for online gaming.
RCA DCM315R 30Mbps Cable Modem Reviews
Great Modem . This is a great modem and the on/ off security button is great which you will not find on all modems.
Just search around online for it... found it new for $35 with shipping included instead of $65+ in Radio Shack.
Great Modem . This is a great modem and the on/ off security button is great which you will not find on all modems.
Just search around online for it... found it new for $35 with shipping included instead of $65+ in Radio Shack.
RCA DCM315R 30Mbps Cable Modem Opinions
RCA DCM315R 2.0 DoSS compatable . I purchased my RCA DCM315R about 6yrs ago. So far not one problem, and it's on all the time!
I recently was bullied by my local ISP to upgrade when I had a minor problem with my connection. They stated that my RCA DCM315R wasn't DoSS 2.0 compatible. They were wrong!! After a quick check I affirmed my suspicions. And the existing problem was found out to be a Squirrel dining on my cable connection. I wouldn't hesitate to purchase another one of these as long as my ISP is DoSS 2.0 or less.
mbcjr God Bless
RCA DCM315R 2.0 DoSS compatable . I purchased my RCA DCM315R about 6yrs ago. So far not one problem, and it's on all the time!
I recently was bullied by my local ISP to upgrade when I had a minor problem with my connection. They stated that my RCA DCM315R wasn't DoSS 2.0 compatible. They were wrong!! After a quick check I affirmed my suspicions. And the existing problem was found out to be a Squirrel dining on my cable connection. I wouldn't hesitate to purchase another one of these as long as my ISP is DoSS 2.0 or less.
mbcjr God Bless
Great Product . To be honest, this was a replacement for my old one, but it works just as well, if not better
Exelent . This product is just what it turned out to be, right on with it's capability. I couldn't ask for better.
Good Modem goes offline without Notice . I've had the modem for about one month. So far it runs good and install was very easy. Three times now the modem just went offline and was diffcult to reset ended up having to un plug the modem to reset it. I give it 3.5/5 stars so far will see how long it lasts.
Cons Review
unreliable prone to failure . Comcast installed this modem at my house. Two months later, it failed. The technician installed a new one, DOA. So third one is an Arris cablemodem and it works( so far.) Comcast has already committed to use Arris equipment for super highspeed , RCA equipments must have been performed poorly as a whole.
poor performance . the critical review stated that it dropped the connection 3 times in one month.they have alot more of that coming.it also affected my streaming video and my e-mail,slowing down my signal until it was useless.motorola surfboard performes much better.
Always with problems . It always drops connections and has conflict with my netgear router. I would not recommend getting this particular router.
Spend about $50 and get a decent motorola modem.
Spend about $50 and get a decent motorola modem.
Returned Item . Good responce from company to problem with item. Would purchase something else from them again. Modem didn't work properly.
Feature RCA DCM315R 30Mbps Cable Modem
- The RCA DCM315R is DOCSIS 2.0 certified, features E-Z Start-up and LED status indications on the front.
- Supported by both Ethernet and USB interfaces and complemented with a Internet security On/Off button
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Product Details
EAN : 0034909271261UPC : 034909271261
MPN : DCM315R
Brand : RCA
Weight : 2 pounds
Height : 3 inches
Length : 11 inches
Width : 6 inches
Binding : Electronics
Manufacturer : RCA
Publisher : RCA
Studio : RCA
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